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Burnt Corral Campground

Tonto National Forest, Arizona

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As of October 2026, Burnt Corral Campground is a campground in Tonto National Forest, Arizona with 38 campsites. Burnt Corral Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Burnt Corral Campground is located at 33.6274° N, 111.2033° W.

people allowed on 34 of 38 sites: 10
people allowed on each of the 4 largest sites: 20

Burnt Corral Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Burnt Corral Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Burnt Corral Campground

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Standard 38
Hookups 2

What an RV fits

32 ft38 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Desert · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography.

All sites at Burnt Corral Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Main loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
3	Standard	10	32 ft	-
5	Standard	10	32 ft	-
7	Standard	10	32 ft	-
9	Standard	10	32 ft	-
11	Standard	10	32 ft	-
13	Standard	10	32 ft	-
15	Standard	10	32 ft	-
17	Standard	10	32 ft	-
19	Standard	10	32 ft	-
21	Standard	10	32 ft	-
23	Standard	10	32 ft	-
25	Standard	10	32 ft	-
27	Standard	10	32 ft	-
29	Standard	10	32 ft	-
31A	Standard	20	32 ft	Electric, Water
31C	Standard	20	32 ft	-
33	Standard	20	32 ft	-
35	Standard	10	32 ft	-
37	Standard	10	32 ft	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
39	Standard	10	32 ft	-
41	Standard	10	32 ft	-
43	Standard	20	32 ft	-
45	Standard	10	32 ft	-
47	Standard	10	32 ft	-
49	Standard	10	32 ft	-
51	Standard	10	32 ft	-
53	Standard	10	32 ft	-
55	Standard	10	32 ft	-
57	Standard	10	32 ft	-
59	Standard	10	32 ft	-
63	Standard	10	32 ft	-
65	Standard	10	32 ft	-
67	Standard	10	32 ft	-
69	Standard	10	32 ft	Electric, Water
71	Standard	10	32 ft	-
73	Standard	10	32 ft	-
75	Standard	10	32 ft	-
77	Standard	10	32 ft	-

About Burnt Corral Campground

Overview

Burnt Corral Campground and Recreation Area (elevation 1914') is about 5.8 miles south of Roosevelt Dam along the Apache Trail (AZ Hwy 88) along the shoreline of Apache Lake. It is nestled amongst the saguaros, mesquites, and palo verdes, and offers opportunities to boat, swim, fish, relax, hike, and sightsee.

Recreation

Burnt Corral Campground offers something for almost everyone. Motorboating, fishing, water-skiing, and paddlesports are very popular because of the developed and undeveloped lake access from within the campground. Others may enjoy hiking nearby trails, being challenged by local jeep trails, or practicing their landscape photography, or simply relaxing with a good book.

Facilities

Burnt Corral Campground includes 76 camp units, vault toilets, potable water hydrants, 6 day-use picnic units, paved boat launch, boat boarding dock; Each campsite includes a parking spur, fire ring with grill, a shade ramada, and a picnic table. This campground provides access to visitors who are mobility impaired.

Natural Features

Burnt Corral Campground is situated in what may be the most stunning Sonoran Desert landscape in Arizona. The contrast of sunshine, clear blue water, and saguaro's surrounded by the Four Peaks and Superstition Wilderness' is a magnificant sight to see. While shade is scarce in the desert, campsites are situated amongst mature mesquite and palo verde trees, and desert chaparral. Apache Lake is 17 miles long making it the longest in the chain of reservoirs on the lower Salt River below Roosevelt Dam.

Nearby Attractions

Roosevelt Dam, Apache Lake Marina, Tortilla Flats, Tonto National Monument (Cliff Dwellings), Roosevelt Lake, Apache Trail Scenic Byway (AZ Hwy 88), Spines to Pines Scenic Byway (AZ Hwy 288). The City of Globe and Town of Payson are only an hour away.

Rules and notices at Burnt Corral Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Burnt Corral Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Access to Burnt Coral Campground is via the AZ Hwy 88 which is narrow, steep, and windy in spots. Max vehicle length is 40' and maximum trailer length is 22'.

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Check in time is 2:00pm and check out time is 11:00am. Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 6:00am.

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During June, July, and August temperatures reach well over 100° and many RV air conditioners cannot keep up.

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Gas is only located at both ends of the lake.

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Extra (second) vehicle charge of $8 per night is required. An RV towing a car counts as one vehicle and a vehicle pulling a trailer counts as one vehicle. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine. Maximum of 2 vehicles per campsite.

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Boat ramps are usable when water elevations are higher then 2,110 feet.

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Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.

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Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days on the Tonto National Forest including dispersed areas.

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Burnt Corral Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Burnt Corral Campground?

Burnt Corral Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 38 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Burnt Corral Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Burnt Corral Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Burnt Corral Campground have?

Burnt Corral Campground has 38 campsites.